Events

The Society of University Lawyers Limited (SOUL) is delighted to announce that registration is now open for the SOUL 2026 National Conference to be held on 29 and 30 October 2026.

 

The SOUL Board and Local Organising Committee are currently working on an exciting, educational program which will include plenty of opportunities for you to connect and network with your fellow SOUL members and other interested legal participants in the university sector. 

 

We look forward to welcoming you to Brisbane to network with our peers and discuss the challenges we each face in our roles in this exciting university sector. 

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The SOUL Board and 2026 Conference Local Organising Committee

 
 

Location: Queensland University of Technology (QUT), 2 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

 
Contact us: If you have any questions regarding the SOUL Conference 2026, please see the conference website and do not hesitate to get in touch with our conference organisers on soul@kaigi.com.au.

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Legal Boundaries and Best Practice for University Surveillance

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In this practical and informative session for SOUL members, Maddocks lawyers Ooma Khurana and Georgia Hunt will explore the evolving landscape of university surveillance and the legal boundaries shaping its use.

 

Drawing on their experience advising universities and public sector bodies on privacy, governance and technology risk, Ooma and Georgia will discuss surveillance from a legal perspective, with examples specific to universities.

 

The session will examine key issues arising from the use of surveillance tools on campus, including CCTV, keystroke logging, geolocation, biometric technologies and body-worn cameras, alongside emerging technologies. It will also unpack the legal frameworks governing surveillance, with a focus on privacy, data protection and surveillance laws.

 

Ooma and Georgia will explore how universities can establish lawful, proportionate and necessary uses of surveillance, while managing the expectations of students, staff and visitors. They will also consider the importance of transparency, notice and consent, as well as the governance needed to support accountable decision-making.

 

We want to answer your questions and explore the areas you are finding most challenging. Please submit any queries you may have in relation to this topic at the time you register. We look forward to you joining us for a timely and thought-provoking session.

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CPD Category: One point Substantive Law.

 

Members will need to login and join the 'Events' Group to access the post for more information and to obtain the link to register - please note the event is intended for SOUL members only.